India, Aug. 4 -- During the rainy season, digestive problems accompanied by symptoms like vomiting, diarrhoea and fever become more common. These health complaints are not coincidental.

Dr Pavan Dhoble, consultant in gastroenterology at P.D. Hinduja Hospital and Medical Research Centre, Mahim, explained that they are linked to increased humidity and a higher risk of food and water contamination. Let's understand which common monsoon mistakes can make people more vulnerable to seasonal illnesses.

During monsoon season, some food and water habits, which may appear harmless and trivial, may actually increase risks of seasonal diseases.

Dr Dhoble identified the common mistakes: "Eating roadside or unhygienic or uncovered food, drinking unt...